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VIEWAstell&Kern AK HC2 USB Dual DACItem Code: Astell&Kern AK HC2High-resolution sound on streaming services allows you to fully appreciate the rich tones and emotional nuance of your music. However, as headphone ports disappear on smartphones, it makes it increasingly difficult to use wired earphones that deliver high quality sound, and people experience the limitations of wireless transmission and slow response speeds. Music lovers who wish to enjoy true high-quality Hi-Fi sound rather than what is currently being delivered by smartphone wireless standards and computers' built-in sound cards are becoming deeply concerned.
VIEWAudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt USB Stick DACItem Code: DRAGONFLY COBALT US/EUWhat Hi-Fi? Best DACDragonFly Cobalt is a portable, plug-and-play USB DAC (digital-to-analogue converter), preamp, and headphone amp that connects to laptops, tablets, and smartphones to deliver clean, clear, naturally beautiful sound to headphones, powered speakers, or complete audio systems. Plays all file formats. Compatible with Mac and Window computers, Android and iOS devices.
VIEWChord Electronics Mojo 2 Portable/Desktop DAC/Headphone AmpItem Code: Mojo 2The Mojo 2 is a revamped version of the already-groundbreaking Mojo, now featuring a superior USB-C connection and brand-new menu system alongside reworked electronics. This new version does still offer compatibility with the Poly, as well as a double-output for shared listening and the superlative design that is synonymous with Chord Electronics.
VIEWChord Electronics Poly Wireless Streaming Add-On Module for MojoItem Code: Chord PolyPoly enables Chord Electronic's award-winning Mojo headphone amp/DAC as a fully fledged high-resolution wireless network music player, streamer and SD card playback device, with wireless playback and control from smartphones.
VIEWChord Electronics Hugo 2 Transportable DAC / Headphone Amplifier - Jett BlackItem Code: Chord Hugo 2-Jett BlackWhat Hi-Fi? Best DACThis award-winning Hugo 2 can be used both at home and on-the-go, either with headphones or within a conventional audio system. Its line-level output and full-function remote control adds real flexibility in full-size and desktop systems. Voted Best DAC 2018 - 2018 by EISA.
VIEWChord Electronics Hugo 2 Transportable DAC / Headphone Amplifier - Argent SilverItem Code: Chord Hugo 2-Argent SilverWhat Hi-Fi? Best DACThis award-winning Hugo 2 can be used both at home and on-the-go, either with headphones or within a conventional audio system. Its line-level output and full-function remote control adds real flexibility in full-size and desktop systems. Voted Best DAC 2018 - 2018 by EISA.
VIEWChord Electronics 2GO Transportable Music Streamer / PlayerItem Code: 2GOThe 2go streamer/server transforms the abilities of the Hugo 2, adding both Ethernet and wireless streaming, plus 4 TB of microSD card storage to the award-winning DAC/pre/headphone amp
VIEWChord Electronics 2YU Musically Transparent Audio Interface for 2GOItem Code: 2YUThe 2yu digital interface turns the 2go streamer/server into a multi-output standalone streamer capable of working with the Hugo M Scaler and a range of DACs
VIEWNuPrime Hi-mDAC Portable USB DACItem Code: Hi-mDACThe Hi-mDAC is a portable USB DAC and headphone amp that performs above its price point. Its USB-C input means it can connect to tablets, computers or mobile, and is capable of being powered by a mobile (unlike some other DACs which claim to be portable). Utilising a superior Cirrus Logic chip, the Hi-mDAC delivers low-power high performance.
VIEWiFi Audio GO blu Bluetooth DACItem Code: P003235What Hi-Fi? 5 Star reviewThe GO blu by iFi Audio is a brand new bluetooth headphone DAC, designed for use with computers, mobile phones or smart watches. Featuring dedicated Bluetooth, DAC and amp stages the GO blu does not compromise on performance despite its diminutive size- weighing just 26g, less than an AA battery!
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VIEWiFi Audio xDSD Gryphon Portable DAC and Headphone AmpItem Code: P003252The new xDSD Gryphon by iFi Audio is an enhanced version of the original xDSD, featuring an upgraded headphone stage and separate bluetooth and DAC stages meaning there are dedicated components to carry out each task to ensure optimal performance. The Gryphon also features 3.5mm or 4.4mm outputs, allowing compatibility with a wide range of earphones and headphones.
